Shop For a Good Cause

Hey everyone,

Last year, I introduced my new online shop. Over the past 12 months, we have done well, but no items have sold better than those in conjunction with Tony Kornheiser's radio show. For those who didn't know, this venture started with a simple design commemorating Phil the Showkiller's mom picking George Mason to win the national championship. She came close - after much ridicule - and I thought it would be fun to make a shirt honoring her selection. I expected to sell 5-10 shirts, but with Tony's constant radio plugs, we sold hundreds of items.

On his last day on the radio before leaving for Monday Night Football, Tony announced that I had designed several new "Mr. Tony" products. Over 50 sold that day. Orders are still coming in for Mr. Tony products, and he hasn't been on the radio in months. Being on TV every day doesn't hurt, though.

Tony is coming back to radio on February 20. He will be on Washington Post Radio from 8:30-10:30 every morning, with a replay of the show from 10:30-12:30. You can listen to the show at www.washpostradio.com or in the DC area on 1500AM (the old WTOP signal). I may be a little biased, but it's the BEST radio show out there. It's not a sports show. It's not a news program. It's everything, delivered by a snarky, subversive malcontent, who - oh by the way - is really, really funny.

Also, while you are surfing the internet, please check out my store. I have a few new "Mr. Tony" designs to coincide with his return to radio. There are hundreds of products to choose from, including t-shirts, hats, mugs, mouse pads, magnets, posters and even clothes for your baby or dog! I'm really happy with the new designs, and even Tony himself asked when he's ever looked that handsome.

To check out my store, visit 609design.com/shop.html

All proceeds from the "Mr. Tony" items sold on my store go to the DC College Access program. DC-CAP is a non-profit that provides counseling and financial assistance to students who might otherwise never have the opportunity to go to college. You can visit their website at www.dccap.org

Please forward this email to anyone who is a fan of Tony Kornheiser, or just a fan of helping a good cause. With your help, we can raise a lot of money this year.

Thanks,

Dan